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Module Specifications
Archived Version 2003 - 2004
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Module Aims
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To enable students to undertake a research project in the field of Biotechnology. To develop skills in laboratory or computational research. To develop skills in presentation and analysis of the results of scientific research.
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Learning Outcomes
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Students should be able to:
7 develop new experimental or computational methods
7 identify and solve problems in experimental design
7 accurately record experimental data
7 plan experiments competently
7 analyse and interpret results competently
7 critically discuss results
7 present results in a clear and concise manner
7 use information sources competently.
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Indicative Time Allowances
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Hours
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Lectures |
0
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Tutorials |
0
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Laboratories |
180
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Seminars |
0
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Independent Learning Time |
45
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Total |
225
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Placements |
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Assignments |
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NOTE
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Assume that a 15 credit module load represents approximately 225 hours' work, which includes all teaching, in-course assignments, laboratory work or other specialised training and an estimated private learning time associated with the module.
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Indicative Syllabus
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· The student will choose a research project from a
list submitted by academic staff. Having undertaken the
Literature Survey module (BE491) in semester 7, the student
will have researched the background to the project.
· The student will spend 20-25 hours per week for an
8-week period undertaking the project in the research
laboratory managed by their academic supervisor.
· At the end of this period, the student will present
their results at a series of seminars to an audience of
their peers and academic staff.
· Following the oral presentations, the student will
submit a typed version of the work for inspection by 2
internal and 2 external examiners.
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Assessment | Continuous Assessment | 100% | Examination Weight | 0% |
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Indicative Reading List
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Essential:
The reading material will depend on the specific project being undertaken
Supplementary:
'Guidelines for the writing of literature surveys and laboratory projects' (on the BT4 web page)
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Programme or List of Programmes
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BT | BSc in Biotechnology |
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